1977 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, both 1977 Chevrolet Blazer and 1977 Porsche 930 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 654 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 930 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |